See Do

Local Events & Experiences to Enjoy

Carolina Haitian Food Festival

AUG. 26

3–8 P.M.

SOUTHEAST RALEIGH YMCA

1436 ROCK QUARRY ROAD

The annual showcase of Haitian cuisine and community — the only one of its kind in NC — features shopping, live entertainment, food, special events, and a celebration of Haitian culture.

Tour Beth Bale Fine Art Exhibit

THROUGH AUG. 27

10 A.M. TO 4 P.M.

FUQUAY-VARINA ARTS CENTER

Works by watercolor artist Beth Bale will be on display in the Massengill Design Build Gallery inside the Fuquay Arts Center. Bale depicts animals and nature, often painted from her own photos. Meet the artist at the exhibit reception on Aug. 5 at 6 p.m.

Labor Day Food Truck Rodeo

SEPT. 3

NOON TO 4 P.M.

DURHAM CENTRAL PARK

The ultimate Sunday funday full of family fun and more than 35 food trucks, beer and wine vendors. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy an afternoon at the park sampling local street food. The rodeo helps support operations, maintenance, and beautification of Durham Central Park.

Sugg Farm Ultra

SEPT. 9

7 A.M.

SUGG FARM PARK

Wings Over Springs

SEPT. 2

9 A.M. TO 3:30 P.M.

SUGG FARM PARK

The Holly Springs Skyhawks Radio Control Group hosts the largest single-day electric-only charity fly-in event in North Carolina, benefiting Meg’s Smile Foundation. All sizes and types of electric aircraft are on display, piloted by Academy of Model Aeronautics members. Spectators are welcome to attend and view the 20-acre event field and 2-acre drone racing course.

Choose from 5-, 20and 40-mile trail races in Holly Springs’ first ultramarathon, on a 5-mile natural surface course through the beautiful Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park. A portion of profits will benefit Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer.

NC Pet Expo

AUG. 5, 10 A.M. TO 6 P.M.

AUG. 6, 10 A.M. TO 5 P.M.

NC STATE FAIRGROUNDS EXPOSITION CENTER, RALEIGH

Come shop for your fur (or feathered) babies at the North Carolina Pet Expo. Main stage activities will include a pet costume contest, a daredevil dog show, an exotic bird show, and more. Grab a beer or lunch and bring the kids for the live animal walk-thru. Support area animal rescue organizations by bringing a donation of trash bags, blankets, towels, dog food, and grocery gift cards.

Canine-Con 2023 Bark Wars

SEPT. 16

8 A.M. TO NOON

SUGG FARM PARK

Holly Springs’ Canine-Con 2023 will send man’s best friend into a galaxy far, far away with excitement. The Bark Wars day in the park includes dog-themed events, professional demonstrations, agility course demos, local rescues, pet-friendly businesses, food trucks, and rabies/microchipping opportunities.